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Area 1 Elementary School_Media Specialist, Library (Chesnut ES) 2025-2026

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Chesnut Elementary School is seeking a Library Media Specialist that enjoys working with teachers to design lessons that will support the curriculum, while using media resources. The candidate must also enjoy working with students to support their love of reading and technology.

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Title: Media Specialist

Administer and curate a diverse collection of media center resources to support instructional needs, promote information literacy, and foster a culture of reading and lifelong learning. Provide technology assistance as required. Perform work independently with minimal supervision, applying intermediate-level knowledge to serve as an experienced individual contributor.

Essential Job Duties

• Monitor and manage the library space to ensure open access to facilities and resources for students.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate literacy and technology tools into the curriculum through planning and delivery of instruction.
• Curate a relevant collection of books, digital media, and research materials that support student learning and information literacy.
• Administer library operations, including circulation, budgeting, purchasing new materials, and maintaining an up-to-date collection.
• Promote reading and information literacy by organizing clubs and activities, providing both formal and informal instruction.
• Serve as an instructional partner by assisting with educational technologies in the classroom to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Manage library resources effectively so they are organized and processed efficiently, making them accessible for students and staff.
• Oversee administrative tasks such as webmaster duties, media production responsibilities, and bookkeeping tasks when necessary.
• Remain abreast of educational trends in technology integration as well as professional best practices for continuous improvement of services offered.
• Identify problems and resolve moderately complex issues as they arise.
• Make minor modifications to processes to enhance the performance of the department as appropriate.
• Ensure that all activities are conducted in compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

• Master's Degree in Communications, Media Studies, Journalism, or Public Relations, or a related field with 3 - 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Valid Professional Standards Commission S-5 certificate or higher.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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